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Supporting National Physician Suicide Awareness Day to address mental health crisis.

This resolution supports recognizing September 17 as National Physician Suicide Awareness Day. It highlights the high stress and suicide rates among doctors and calls for more attention and research into their mental health challenges. The aim is to reduce stigma and encourage support for healthcare providers.
Key points
Recognizes September 17 as a day to focus on physician mental health and suicide.
Highlights the serious problem of stress and high suicide rates among doctors.
Calls for more research and action to help physicians facing mental health issues.
Encourages national awareness and reflection on this issue.
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Print number: 117_HRES_656
Sponsor: Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]
Process start date: 2021-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting the designation of September 17, 2021, as "National Physician Suicide Awareness Day" to raise awareness of, and promote a national discussion about, physician suicide and to reduce the stigma of mental health issues.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_656.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recognizes September 17 as a day to focus on physician mental health and suicide.
  • Highlights the serious problem of stress and high suicide rates among doctors.
  • Calls for more research and action to help physicians facing mental health issues.
  • Encourages national awareness and reflection on this issue.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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